IT Planning & Program Enablement Manager

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Ghd
Global leader in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services.
Leads IT planning, program enablement, and enterprise architecture to align business and technology initiatives.
16 days ago ago
$172,000 - $286,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
IRVINE, CA, United States
Hybrid
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Construction services
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Property Development
Sector Specialisms
Water
Energy
Resources
Environment
Property and Buildings
Transportation
Hydrology and Hydrodynamics
Digital Technologies
Role
What you would be doing
strategic planning
program management
business analysis
enterprise architecture
stakeholder management
change communication
  • Planning & Prioritization: Leads the planning process with senior leadership, driving prioritization and resources toward the highest-impact opportunities.
  • Program Management: Enforces consistent delivery practices to ensure project health, governance, and agility.
  • Business Analysis: Ensures technology investments are grounded in clear requirements, thoughtful change plans, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
  • Enterprise Architecture: Defines and upholds architecture principles to guide scalable, sustainable solution delivery.
  • Business Relationship Management: Builds trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, bridging the needs of enterprise functions and technology solutions.
  • Communications: Develops strategic communication plans that build trust, reduce confusion, and accelerate change adoption.
What you bring
strategic planning
program management
enterprise architecture
business analysis
advanced degree
10+ years
  • Expertise in strategic planning and prioritization efforts across complex portfolios and business functions.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with a track record of building trust and driving alignment through strategic messaging.
  • Experience managing large-scale Technology programs and projects
  • 10+ years managing in a corporate environment, working with senior and executive-level stakeholders.
  • Skilled in enterprise architecture, business analysis, and change management.
  • Undergraduate degree. Advanced degree preferred.
  • Previous experience in a matrix environment managing virtual and/or global teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing, collaborative teams in dynamic environments.
  • Strong program and project management skills, highly disciplined with superior organizational skills.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1928
Year Founded
The organization has been evolving since 1928, starting as a small engineering practice and growing into a global powerhouse.
5 Continents
Global Presence
The organization operates across five continents, with key markets including Australia, the United States, and the UK.
  • With a focus on innovation, it integrates expertise across various sectors to deliver world-class solutions.
  • The organization is known for tackling large and complex projects, such as designing bridges and tunnels and constructing energy-efficient buildings.
  • Notable projects include infrastructure development for major cities and energy-efficient solutions for industrial facilities.
  • The organization continues to expand its digital and technological capabilities to ensure solutions are cutting-edge and sustainable.
Culture + Values
  • Safety
  • Teamwork
  • Respect
  • Integrity
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net-zero target validated by SBTi
Science-based target validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) for achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by FY2050.
2025
Carbon neutral commitment
Committed to achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025.
70%
Recycled materials in packaging
Boxes for electrical products use 70% recycled materials and are fully recyclable.
  • Prioritising direct emissions reductions over purchasing carbon offsets (statement from Enterprise Sustainability Leader)
  • Partnered with Decarbonisation Network to support clients' decarbonisation roadmaps and accelerate net-zero goals
  • Slimline packaging to reduce material usage and transportation impact
Inclusion & Diversity
Level 4–5
GDEIB Inclusion Benchmark
Targeting level 4–5 on the Global Disability Inclusion Benchmarking (GDEIB) by 2025.
9 Employee Groups
Resource Groups Established
Established 9 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support various diversity demographics.
  • Board‑mandated aim to become #1 in industry for inclusion & diversity
  • I&D strategy built on five behaviours: open, informed, accountable, empathetic, bold
  • Inclusion & Diversity goals embedded in employee performance reviews
  • Awards: Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (2020–2022), Workforce Diversity Award (2021), Disability Equality Index – Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion (2023)
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